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Triumph Street Triple 765 RS vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO

Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

The Triumph Street Triple 765 RS and KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO are among the most cross-shopped naked bikes of 2026. The Triumph Street Triple 765 RS undercuts the KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO by about $7,954, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO leads on power with 190 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS
Our pick
9.0

Triumph

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS
KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO
9.0

KTM

KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO

The verdict

The Triumph Street Triple 765 RS edges it overall at 9/10, but the KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO wins on most exciting, so let how you ride decide.

Best for new riders

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS

130 hp.

Most exciting

KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO

190 hp and 0.89 hp/kg, the strongest here.

Best value

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS

Our 9/10 at $13,545, the most bike per dollar.

Easiest to manage

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS

188 kg with an 836 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.

Price & rating
Price$13,545$21,499
KickTheStand score9 / 109 / 10
Performance
Engine765cc triple1350cc twin
Power130 hp190 hp
Torque80 Nm145 Nm
Power-to-weight0.69 hp/kg0.89 hp/kg
Chassis & brakes
Front suspension41mm Showa BPF USD fork48mm WP Apex semi-active USD fork
Rear suspensionÖhlins STX40 monoshockWP Apex semi-active monoshock
Front brakesDual 320mm discs, Brembo StylemaDual 320mm discs, Brembo Stylema
Rear brakesSingle 220mm discSingle 240mm disc
Dimensions & practicality
Weight188 kg213 kg
Seat height836 mm834 mm
Fuel capacity15 L17.5 L
Suitability
ClassNakedNaked
A2 licenceNoNo
Good for beginnersNoNo
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Triumph Street Triple 765 RS vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO: your questions answered

Which is faster, the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS or the KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO?

The KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO makes the most power at 190 hp and 145 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.

Which is cheaper, the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS or the KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO?

The Triumph Street Triple 765 RS is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $13,545.

Which is lighter, the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS or the KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO?

The Triumph Street Triple 765 RS is the lightest at 188 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.

Which is better for a beginner, the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS or the KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO?

For a new rider we'd point to the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS: 130 hp and 188 kg make it the most approachable of the group.

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